propylon

[prop-uh-lon]

noun, plural prop·y·la [prop-uh-luh] /ˈprɒp ə lə/.

Origin of propylon

1825–35; < Greek propýlon, equivalent to pro- pro-² + pýl(ē) gate + -on neuter singular noun ending

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Champollion and some architects suppose that they stood before a propylon.
The Overland Guide-book
James Barber
The really ancient part of the structure begins with the rows of sphinxes which border the road behind the propylon.
A history of art in ancient Egypt, Vol. I (of 2)
Georges Perrot
I well remember the morning when I stood before the propylon, or chief entrance of Karnak.
Sketches
Benjamin Disraeli
I well remember the morning I stood before the propylon, or chief entrance of Karnak.
Sketches
Benjamin Disraeli
Judging from the scenes and inscriptions which accompany it, Champollion thought this represented a propylon at the Ramesseum.
A History of Art in Ancient Egypt, Vol. II (of 2)
Georges Perrot